We have company over often throughout the year. And once fall hits, it seems like a nonstop parade of guests coming and going throughout the home. But I also have pets and a messy child. Plus I like to cook. So our house may not always smell the best. But I don't want to use a chemical laden spray to try and rid my home of funky odors. Remember, those pets and that messy child are still in the … [Read more...]
Buzz into the Holidays with Beessential
Winter arrived with a vengeance this year here in the midwest. The temps have been freezing cold and well below normal paired with gusty winds makes for a miserable time outside. Top that with an early arrival of the flu virus and harsh viruses spreading through the schools means we need to take care of ourselves and be kind to our bodies. Beessential is one way I can take care of my family and … [Read more...]
Unique Teacher Gifts from DIGIBUDDHA
It's been a little over a year since I discovered DIGIBUDDHA. Last year we gave Peyton's teacher a personalized set of Apple for Teacher stationery. It was a complete hit! This year we are changing it up a bit and doing a set of stationery with a matching desk calendar. It was extremely difficult to choose a design. DIGIBUDDHA has so many fun, colorful and expressive designs to choose from that … [Read more...]
Must Have Camping Essentials by GSI Outdoors
I have been taking Peyton camping ever since she was three years old. It's a family tradition of ours to go every summer at least once and usually to a new destination each time. I love taking a long weekend and just unplugging from everything and relax by the campfire. Though we may be camping, that doesn't mean we are only roasting hotdogs and eating junk food for the duration of the trip. I … [Read more...]
A New Holiday Tradition: Reindeer In Here
We didn't have many holiday traditions growing up. It just really was not my family's thing. But now that I have my own family, I love creating family traditions for us to enjoy year after year. And to hopefully pass down to the next generation. This year we are starting a new family tradition with Reindeer In Here. What is Reindeer In Here? I'm glad you're curious! First, it's a fun family … [Read more...]
Family Game Night: Cribbage
I'm going to be honest here, I've never played cribbage. But Peyton does. She learned it in school as part of her math class. And you know what do with that knowledge? They go to the senior living complex down the street from the school and play cribbage with the seniors! I seriously that was so cute. All these little third graders walking down the sidewalk for an afternoon of cribbage at the … [Read more...]
Bring Home Christopher Robin on Blu-Ray
Escape to 100 Acre Woods with Winnie Pooh and friends. I think that was every child's dream growing up. Everyone wanted to find Christopher Robin and become his friend in hopes of being invited to tag along on his walks in the woods and hang out with Winnie the Pooh. That would have been a childhood dream come true! Fast forward a few decades and Christopher Robin has grown up and no longer … [Read more...]
Sneak Peak at Bare Minerals Holiday Gift Sets
I have been a fan of Bare Minerals for years. I've gone to special events at their Mall of America store, I've been a collector of their kits since college. And the reason I keep coming back is quality, amazing color choices and fun palettes. This year, Bare Minerals has really hit it out of the park with their holiday line up. I love how it's all solar system themed names and the blue packaging … [Read more...]
Easily Organize Your Pet Photos with Pet Photo Saver
Peyton and I love taking pictures of our pets. I think Peyton takes photos of at least one of the dogs or cats every single day. I mean, we have 2 dogs and 5 cats in this house so there is always someone doing something cute that needs to be captured with my phone. But I also have tons of other pictures on my phone as well. Pictures of things I need to buy, the places we've visited and family … [Read more...]
Surprise Your Child with a Package from Santa
One of the best parts about being a parent is taking on the role of Santa Claus. I've told Peyton the origin story of Santa Claus but she's never questioned how he is still alive, decade after decade passing out gifts to all the children of the world. And I'm glad she doesn't. But I also go out of my way to make her childhood magical. This year, with the help of Package from Santa, Peyton will be … [Read more...]
